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‘SNL’ solves one of the biggest mysteries of ‘Stranger Things’

So that’s where Lucas’ parents have been!

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Stranger Things, the Netflix show that perfectly encapsulated ’80s nostalgia and captivated viewers with its suspense and mystery, has yet to reveal a key detail: Where are Lucas’ parents’ throughout the course of his and Dustin, Mike, and Eleven’s adventures?

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Saturday Night Live stepped in with the big reveal.

Having Lin-Manuel Miranda play Dustin is a brilliant move, given actor Gaten Matarazzo’s incredible theater background. Leslie Jones as Lucas’ mom gives Eleven a run for her money with her own set of numbers.

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There’s enough gems in this sketch to leave fans laughing and more excited than ever for Stranger Things‘ next season. Here’s hoping the Duffer brothers were watching.

 
The Daily Dot